Senior Formulation Lead - Nutraceuticals

Aora India; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Aora India seeks a Senior Formulation Lead Nutraceuticals to drive the development of high-quality, science-backed formulations, aligning with regulatory standards and brand positioning. The role focuses on NPD leadership from lab to commercial production, collaboration with contract manufacturers, and keeping pace with global ingredient trends to strengthen the product pipeline.

You will balance innovation with cost constraints, oversee stability and shelf-life validation, and ensure regulatory

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading NPD projects from lab to commercial production.
• Strong knowledge of functional ingredients, botanicals, adaptogens, and dietary supplements.
• Experience working with third-party/contract manufacturers across production and QC stages.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (FSSAI, AYUSH) and export compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative nutraceutical formulations across formats — tablets, capsules, powders, soft gels, gummies, and more.
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, and applicable export regulations throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with contract manufacturers for product development, clinical trials, and scale-up execution.
• Lead New Product Development (NPD) end-to-end — from concept ideation to commercial launch.
• Partner with procurement for raw material selection, supplier evaluation, and cost optimisation.
• Validate formulations for efficacy, stability, and shelf life in line with quality benchmarks.
• Support product claims, labelling, and regulatory documentation across categories.
• Align formulations with consumer insights and digital marketing positioning to strengthen brand narratives.
• Continuously track global ingredient trends, innovations, and competitive benchmarks.

Skills

NPD leadership

Contract manufacturers

Regulatory compliance

AI-ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Formulation Lead Nutraceuticals to drive the development of high-quality, science-backed nutraceutical formulations. This role is critical to building a strong product pipeline aligned with market demand, regulatory standards, and brand positioning.

Key Responsibilities

Develop innovative nutraceutical formulations across formats — tablets, capsules, powders, soft gels, gummies, and more.

Ensure compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, and applicable export regulations throughout the product lifecycle.

Collaborate with contract manufacturers for product development, clinical trials, and scale-up execution.

Lead New Product Development (NPD) end-to-end — from concept ideation to commercial launch.

Partner with procurement for raw material selection, supplier evaluation, and cost optimisation.

Validate formulations for efficacy, stability, and shelf life in line with quality benchmarks.

Support product claims, labelling, and regulatory documentation across categories.

Align formulations with consumer insights and digital marketing positioning to strengthen brand narratives.

Continuously track global ingredient trends, innovations, and competitive benchmarks.

Key Requirements

Proven track record in leading NPD projects from lab scale to commercial production.

Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of functional ingredients, botanicals, adaptogens, and dietary supplements.

Experience working with third-party / contract manufacturers across production and QC stages.

Familiarity with FSSAI, AYUSH regulatory frameworks, and export compliance requirements.

Ability to balance innovation with compliance imperatives and cost constraints.

Soft Skills & Work Culture

Entrepreneurial mindset well suited to a fast-paced, lean, and high-ownership environment.

Proficiency in working within an AI-embedded ERP environment.

Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.